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Feb 6, 20231 min read
Mendeleyev’s Eka-silicon is Finally Found
#33 Science in History 6th February 1886 On this day in 1886, the element germanium is discovered. In 1886, a German chemist, Clemens...
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Feb 5, 20231 min read
Venus Uncovered: The Mariner 10 Mission
#32 Science in History 05 February 1974 Today in 1974, Mariner 10 sends back information about Venus’s cloud cover. Mariner 10 was...
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Feb 4, 20231 min read
From Observation to Revolution: The Collaboration that Changed Astronomy
#31 Science in History 04 February 1600 On this day, in 1600, the German astronomer and mathematician Johannes Kepler arrived in Prague...
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Feb 2, 20231 min read
Medieval Misery: The Little Ice Age
#30 Science in History 02 February 1046 On this day, in 1046, monks record the onset of a cold snap that may have heralded the onset of a...
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Feb 1, 20232 min read
"CQD": The First International Distress Signal
#29 Science in History 01 February 1904 Today in 1904, “CQD” became the first international radio distress signal. The history of...
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Jan 27, 20232 min read
The Space Shuttle Challenger Disaster
#28 Science in History 28 January 1986 On January 28, 1986, the Space Shuttle Challenger broke apart 73 seconds into its flight, killing...
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Jan 26, 20232 min read
Shine Bright Like a Diamond…
#27 Science in History 26 January 1905 On this day in 1905, a diamond of exceptional size and quality was discovered in the Transvaal,...
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Jan 25, 20231 min read
The Calorie-Counting Count’s Cannon
#26 Science in History 25 January 1798 On this day in 1798, Count Rumford, presented his new idea about heat. Count Rumford, AKA Sir...
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Jan 23, 20231 min read
Röntgen's X-Ray Show: The First Public Demonstration of "X-Radiation"
#25 Science in History 23 January 1896 On this day in January 1896, Röntgen made the first public presentation, and demonstration, of...
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Jan 21, 20236 min read
'Speed Reading' 101: Skimming and Scanning
In this blog, we will explore how to use skimming and scanning to move through text-heavy documents. We also look at the benefits,...
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Jan 21, 20232 min read
Britain’s Test-Tube Triplets
#24 Science in History 21 January 1984 Today in 1984, Britain's first test-tube triplets made headlines. The triplets were delivered, by...
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Jan 21, 20233 min read
The Feynman Technique: Explaining Science in Layman's Terms
The Feynman Technique is a method of learning and studying developed by physicist Richard Feynman. It is a simple yet powerful technique...
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Jan 20, 20232 min read
10 Cognitive Science-Based Study Tips for Students
We’ve all been there… we all know the struggle of trying to absorb and retain large amounts of information. Whether it's for an upcoming...
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Jan 20, 20232 min read
The Outline Method: The Blueprint for Organized Notes
Note-taking is an essential part of the learning process. It helps to organize your thoughts, understand new concepts, and retain...
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Jan 20, 20231 min read
Breaking Down the Science of Time Management: The Pomodoro Technique
If you're looking for a way to make studying for your science classes more effective, the Pomodoro Technique may be just what you need....
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Jan 19, 20231 min read
Equilibrium and Kp: Past Paper Question Analysis
P3 June 2017 Q20 This question is about Equilibrium and Kp If you haven't gone through the paper, please look up the questions at...
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Jan 19, 20231 min read
From Cornwall to Cape Cod: The First Transatlantic Radio Greeting
#23 Science in History 19 January 1903 On this day in 1903, history was made as King Edward VII of England and President Theodore...
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Jan 16, 20231 min read
The Virus-Fighting Superstar
#22 Science in History 16 January 1980 On this day in 1980, a team of scientists at a Boston-based research facility announced a major...
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Jan 14, 20231 min read
The Telephone's Crowning Moment: Bell Demonstrates his Device to Queen Victoria
#21 Science in History 14 January 1878 Today in 1878, Alexander Graham Bell, the inventor of the telephone, demonstrated his invention to...
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Jan 13, 20232 min read
Women with the Right Stuff: NASA's first Female Astronaut Candidates
#20 Science in History 13 January 1978 On this day in 1978, NASA made history by selecting six women as their first female astronaut...
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